What was John Quincy Adams' offer to Mexico for the purchase of Texas between 1822 and 1827?

John Quincy Adams, during his presidency, recognized the strategic and economic potential of Texas and sought to incorporate it into the United States. His offer of $1 million to Mexico for the purchase of Texas was a significant proposal at the time, reflecting both the U.S. interest in territorial expansion and the complexities of U.S.-Mexican relations. The offer was part of ongoing negotiations and was intended to secure Texas as part of the growing United States, demonstrating the interest in Manifest Destiny, the belief that Americans were destined to expand across the continent.

By proposing this amount, Adams aimed to acquire the land without the use of force, showcasing his diplomatic approach to territorial growth, as opposed to military conquest or conflict. This offer ultimately did not lead to the acquisition of Texas at that time, but it laid the groundwork for future discussions regarding U.S. expansion into the southwest, which would eventually culminate in the Texas Annexation in 1845.